Chemical Resistance

PLEXIGLAS^®ACRYLIC SHEET:
GENERAL CHEMICAL RESISTANCE

Plexiglas^® G, MC and SG sheet have excellent resistance to most chemicals, including solution of inorganic alkalies and acids, such as ammonia and sulfuric acid, and aliphatic hydrocarbons, such as hexane, octane and VM & P naphtha. All
grades are attacked by aromatic hydrocarbons and dissolve in organic compounds such as acetone (and all ketones), benzene, and toluene. Alcohols are not recommended for use with Plexiglas^® sheet since they have been shown to result in crazing. Chemical resistance can be influenced, however, by several factors including stresses generated by fabrication operations and end-use stresses caused by changes in temperature, etc.

Certain gasket and sealant materials while in contact with Plexiglas^® sheet could cause crazing of the sheet under certain conditions. Resistance to stress cracking and crazing is dependent on such factors as total stress on the part, temperature and exposure time; consequently, before using any such materials, the end user should test them thoroughly, replicating end-use conditions as closely as possible, to ensure their compatibility.

The statements, technical information and recommendations obtained herein are believed to be accurate as of the date hereof. Since the conditions and methods of use of the product and of the information referred to herein are beyond our control, Arkema expressly disclaims any and all liability. NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY, OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IS MADE CONCERNING THE GOODS DESCRIBED OR THE INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREIN. The information provided herein relates only to the specific product designated and may not be applicable when such product is used in combination with other materials or in any process. The user should thoroughly test any application before commercialization. Nothing contained herein should be construed as an inducement to infringe any patent, and the user is advised to take appropriate steps to be sure that any proposed use of the product will not result in patent infringement.

See MSDS for Health and Safety Considerations.